Civil engineering topic list of research papers
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Dynamic Control Method of Design Terms in Underground Construction
Abstract The article exposes the feasibilities of using the dynamic method of controlling the terms of investment and construction projects during the underground construction, particularly the principles of ensuring the completion of construction...
2016 / Svetlana Kanyukova, Nikolay Vatin, Dmitry Leybman, Tatiana Sazonova -
Uncovering of Industrial Architecture Values
Abstract The time and space relationship are dimensions that fix and specify architectonical piece in temporal and spatial frameworks and at the same time they allow a conversion. The conversion of architecture does not have to be only physical. The ...
2016 / Ľubica Ilkovičová, Yakoub Meziani -
The modifiable areal unit problem in traffic safety: Basic issue, potential solutions and future research
Abstract This study fully addressed the modifiable areal unit problem (MAUP) that was well-known in geography but generally ignored by safety analysis. The basic issue of MAUP was introduced firstly with a case study to explicitly demonstrate the...
2016 / Pengpeng Xu, Helai Huang, Ni Dong -
Practical method for analysis and design of slender reinforced concrete columns subjected to biaxial bending and axial loads2011 / T. Bouzid, K. Demagh
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Laboratory Investigation in the Improvement of Subgrade Characteristics of Expansive Soil Stabilised with Coir Waste
Abstract Soft soils form problematic subgrade for pavements due to its low bearing capacity and strength. Pavement loads coming on the soft subgrade soil may cause detrimental pumping actions when they are located in areas with high water table...
2016 / Leema Peter, P.K. Jayasree, K. Balan, S. Alaka Raj -
Dynamic Travel Time Prediction Models for Buses Using Only GPS Data
Abstract Providing real-time and accurate travel time information of transit vehicles can be very helpful as it assists passengers in planning their trips to minimize waiting times. The purpose of this research is to develop and compare dynamic...
2016 / Wei Fan, Zegeye Gurmu -
The Effects of BIM and Lean Construction on Design Management Practices
Abstract Arguably, Design Management can be improved by utilizing new tools and methods introduced by building information modeling (BIM) and lean construction. However, in the projects that use BIM, roles of personnel, design methods and the...
2016 / Matti Tauriainen, Pasi Marttinen, Bhargav Dave, Lauri Koskela -
Indoor Air Quality in a Multi–car Garage
Abstract Multi- car garages under residential and public buildings become more and more popular nowadays. People do not spend much time there but even short exposure to harmful conditions could be harmful. The paper describes the results of the...
2016 / Katarzyna Gładyszewska-Fiedoruk, Mariusz Nieciecki -
Current Economic Aspects of Geoinformation Modeling in Underground Development
Abstract There was implemented the analysis of the main difficulties in the introduction of information technology in the investment and construction sphere. There was highlighted the importance of information resources during the reproduction of...
2016 / Olga Murashova -
Dynamic Network Loading Using Cell Transition Model
Abstract Static traffic assignment models cannot capture traffic dynamics. Time varying flows, queuing, are not accounted in static models hence traffic dynamics. Hence to replicate the real time scenario Dynamic traffic assignment models are...
2016 / Addagatla priya -
Pump-as-turbine for Energy Recovery Applications: The Case Study of An Aqueduct
Abstract Pump-as-Turbine (PaT) technology is taking the field in different small-hydro or energy recovery applications. These machines can be installed in water distribution grids to have pressure levels adjustment and electrical energy production....
2016 / Mosè Rossi, Maurizio Righetti, Massimiliano Renzi -
Probabilistic Approach to Determining Overhead-cum-markup Rate in Bid Price
Abstract The bid price for a construction project comprises the contractor's estimated direct cost and overhead cost plus its applied markup. Contractors often use an all-in rate to lump overhead and markup together on top of direct cost for...
2016 / Li-Chung Chao, Chiang-Pin Kuo -
Success Factors for Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) in Public Infrastructure Projects
Abstract It is widely accepted that contractor involvement in the front end can influence the outcome of the project in a positive way. However, in the traditional project delivery method of construction projects, the design and construction process ...
2016 / Paulos Abebe Wondimu, Eyuell Hailemichael, Ali Hosseini, Jardar Lohne, Olav Torp, et al. -
OCR and POP Parameters in Plaxis-based Numerical Analysis of Loaded over Consolidated Soils
Abstract The paper discusses deformation of over consolidated soils in Hardening Soil Model in terms of their initial stress state. When carrying out numerical analysis in Plaxis, it has been stated that Hardening Soil Model “remembers” the history...
2016 / Roman Melnikov, Juriy Zazulya, Maxim Stepanov, Oleg Ashikhmin, Tatyana Maltseva -
Energy Performance Assessment of the Heating System Refurbishment on a School Building in Modena, Italy
Abstract The aim of this paper is the energy performance assessment of the school building Istituto Comprensivo “G. Marconi”, located in Modena, Italy. This work describes the dynamic modeling of the building envelope and its heating system, carried ...
2016 / Matteo Dongellini, Massimiliano Abbenante, Gian Luca Morini -
Horizontal Stabilisation of Sheathed Timber Frame Structures Using Plastic Design Methods – Introducing a Handbook Part 3: Basics of the Plastic Design Method
Abstract Design of shear walls has been a topic of major discussions to develop a common European code for design of timber structures. The main problem has been that shear walls are fastened to the substrate in different ways in different countries ...
2016 / Bo Källsner, Ulf Arne Girhammar -
Rehabilitation by In-situ Cold Recycling Technique Using Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement Material and Foam Bitumen at Vadodara Halol Road Project (SH 87) – A Case Study
Abstract Cold Recycling Technology (CRT) of worn out bituminous pavement is a relatively new technology which has important application in the road surface treatment and paving towards green highway. Due to economic and environmental constraints...
2016 / Hari Bhavsar, Rajiv Dubey, Vishwas Kelkar -
Comparison of BIPV and BIPVT: A review
Abstract Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) is a smart energy production system that incorporates solar PV panels as part of the roof, windows, facades and shading devices. When active heat recovery is combined with BIPV systems either in...
2016 / Mary Debbarma, K. Sudhakar, Prashant Baredar -
Numerical Study of Buoyant Flows in Street Canyon Caused by Ground and Building Heating
Abstract The urban areas discomfort is related to the increase of local temperatures, which is induced by the large concentration of the built environment, road pavement and the high construction materials thermal capacitance. The particular...
2016 / Gabriele Battista, Luca Mauri -
Research of Light Concrete Precast Lintels
Abstract The paper presents the results of precast lintels made of AAC with a total length 2.0 m. The study was divided into two series of basic and general. In the basic series, lintel was studied according to the recommendations of codes EN 846-9: ...
2016 / Wojciech Mazur, Lukasz Drobiec, Radosław Jasinski